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A collection of British numismatic sets titled Britain’s First Decimal Coins, issued by the Royal Mint to commemorate the transition to decimal currency. Each set is presented in a blue vinyl folder with gilt lettering on the cover. The sets contain five uncirculated coins: three bronze denominations comprising the half penny, one penny, and two pence, and two cupro-nickel denominations comprising the five pence and ten pence. The obverses feature the Arnold Machin portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The reverses feature heraldic designs by Christopher Ironside including the Royal Crown, Portcullis, Prince of Wales Feathers, Thistle, and Lion Crest types. The five pence and ten pence coins are dated 1968, while the bronze coins are dated 1971. The interior card provides historical context regarding decimalisation and detailed descriptions of the heraldic designs.
1/2p: Bronze, 17.14 mm
1p: Bronze, 20.32 mm
2p: Bronze, 25.91 mm
5p: Cupro-nickel, 23.59 mm
10p: Cupro-nickel, 28.50 mm.
Condition report:
The coins remain in uncirculated condition as issued. The vinyl folders and internal card inserts exhibit minor surface wear, light dust, and slight toning consistent with age and storage.
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